Experienced Maintenance Employee - Drains & Signs

Latrobe City Council; Morwell; On-site; AUD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Latrobe City Council is seeking an Experienced Maintenance Employee – Drains and Signs to join the City Presentation team in Morwell. This hands-on role focuses on drainage and signage maintenance to keep roads and public spaces safe and well-presented.

You'll operate vehicles and equipment, perform repairs, maintain records and support emergency response activities across Latrobe City's infrastructure network. Full-time position with Band 3 salary.

Qualifications

• Practical experience performing drainage, signage or similar infrastructure maintenance for a Municipal Council or comparable organisation.
• Ability to interpret basic diagrams, plans and written instructions.
• Sound knowledge of standards, regulations and practices relevant to signs maintenance and installation.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking drainage and signs maintenance activities across the municipality using specialised plant, tools and equipment.
• Installing, maintaining and repairing traffic, regulatory and community signage to relevant standards and specifications.
• Performing drainage maintenance works and assisting with infrastructure repair and renewal activities.
• Safely operating vehicles, machinery and equipment required to complete maintenance activities.
• Maintaining accurate work records and complying with safe work procedures and Council policies.
• Supporting emergency response works, continuous improvement initiatives and broader maintenance operations where required.

Skills

Safety-focused maintenance

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Current Victorian Driver Licence

Current Heavy Rigid Vehicle Licence

Construction Induction (White Card)

Current Traffic Control and Worksite Management Certificate

Job description

Experienced Maintenance Employee - Drains & Signs

ExperiencedMaintenance Employee – Drains and Signs

Morwell | FullTime – 9 day fortnight
Permanent | Band 3 - $70,300.88 per year plus applicable allowances

We're looking for an Experienced Maintenance Employee –Drains and Signs to join our City Presentation team. In this role, you'll help maintain and improve Council's drainage and signage infrastructure, ensuring our roads, streets and public spaces remain safe, functional and well-presented for the community.

This is a great opportunity to apply your practical skills in a hands‑on outdoor role, working across Latrobe City's diverse infrastructure network while contributing to services that make a real difference to residents and visitors every day.

Why Join Us at Council?

When you join Latrobe City Council, you'll make a real impact in your community while working in an inclusive, supportive and child‑safe environment that values your growth and wellbeing. We offer:

• Opportunities to support your learning, development and career progression
• A collaborative team environment where you'll feel supported and connected
• Meaningful work where you can make a difference in the community
• A positive and inclusive workplace culture
• Flexible working arrangements to support your work-life balance where operationally appropriate

Join a team that supports you to thrive and empowers you to grow your career, right here in the heart of Gippsland.

What You'll Be Doing

• Undertaking drainage and signs maintenance activities across the municipality using specialised plant, tools and equipment.
• Installing, maintaining and repairing traffic, regulatory and community signage to relevant standards and specifications.
• Performing drainage maintenance works and assisting with infrastructure repair and renewal activities.
• Safely operating vehicles, machinery and equipment required to complete maintenance activities.
• Maintaining accurate work records and complying with safe work procedures and Council policies.
• Supporting emergency response works, continuous improvement initiatives and broader maintenance operations where required.

About You

You are a safety-focused and reliable maintenance professional who enjoys working outdoors and delivering quality outcomes for the community. You bring practical experience in infrastructure maintenance, strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. You take pride in your work, provide excellent customer service and are committed to maintaining high standards of safety and workmanship.

Key Selection Criteria

• Practical experience performing drainage, signage or similar infrastructure maintenance activities for a Municipal Council or comparable organisation.
• Ability to apply critical thinking and problem‑solving skills to achieve outcomes that meet relevant drainage and signage industry standards.
• Sound knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety requirements and the ability to follow policies, procedures and safe work practices.
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service, continuous improvement and Council values.
• Ability to communicate effectively, work collaboratively within a team environment, and utilise basic technology.

Essential Qualifications

• Current Victorian Driver Licence.
• Current Heavy Rigid Vehicle Licence (minimum requirement).
• Construction Induction (White Card).
• Current Traffic Control and Worksite Management Certificate (or willingness to obtain within three months of commencement).
• Good knowledge of standards, regulations and practices relevant to signs maintenance and installation.
• Ability to interpret basic diagrams, plans and written instructions.

We encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences, even if you don't meet every requirement.

Successful applicants will be required to satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check, Working with Children's Check and successfully undertake a pre-employment Medical Check.

Interested or Want to Learn More?

Contact Danielle Bye – Team Leader Signs and Drainage Maintenance on 0457 817 *** All discussions about recruitment at Council are confidential.

Belonging at Latrobe City Council

At Latrobe City Council, we are committed to creating a safe, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and are committed to maintaining a child‑safe organisation. Our recruitment practices reflect this. We value diversity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

We are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and offer support through our Indigenous Employment Program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. For further information, contact ***************@latrobe.vic.gov.au or 1300 367 ***. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact our Careers team at *******@latrobe.vic.gov.au or 5128 6113.